3. Peroneus Brevis

Origin: Inferior two thirds of the lateral surface of the fibula

Insertion: Dorsal surface of the tuberosity of the 5th metatarsal base

Action:

  • Eversion
  • Weak plantar flexor

Innervation: Superficial peroneal nerve (L5/S1/S2)

Peroneus muscles.
Figure 2.6 Peroneus muscles, by Database Centre for Life Science, CC-BY-SA 2.1 JP.

Needling

Position: Supine

Palpation: Palpate the lateral aspect of the shin, resist eversion to help isolate this muscle

Technique: Needle directly perpendicular to the peroneal muscles using the fibula as a bony backdrop

Caution: Low – the superficial peroneal nerve lies directly inferior to the fibular head

Needling of peroneus longus/brevis.
Figure 2.7 Needling of peroneus longus/brevis, original image by Nadine Crocker, CC BY-NC 4.0.

Video 2.3 Needling of peroneus longus/brevis, original video by Nadine Crocker, CC BY-NC 4.0.

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